After Babar’s mother is murdered by a hunter, Babar runs to the city where he lives with an old lady and learns to act more human. Babar’s cousins eventually find him in the city and beg him to return and take over as King. There are several books about Babar’s encounters as King.
4) The genre or type of literature it is (e.g., essay, fictional short story, historical novel).
Fictional Story
5) The situations in the book that may be considered "questionable."
Babar’s kingdom was said to show favoritism to colonialism and can be seen as offensive politically and considered racists.
6) The general public's opinion of the book (include cited references). “The books are written in a charming and appealing style with an attention to detail which captivates both children and adults. Underneath they could be seen as a justification for colonialism, with the benefits of French civilization being visited on the rustic African elephant kingdom. Some writers, notably Herbert R. Kohl and Vivian Paley have argued that, although superficially delightful, the stories are politically and morally offensive.” http://www.blisstree.com/2008/08/18/sex-relationships/the-15-most-controversial-picture-books-366/#ixzz2H7deuNZb
7) The history of its censorship.
This book did not receive any censorship or banning from libraries however it received significant criticism for the views it portrayed.
8) The developmental age of the child for whom the book would be appropriate.
4- 9 years old. T.V. shows and movies have also been created about this character.
2) The author
3) A short description
4) The genre or type of literature it is (e.g., essay, fictional short story, historical novel).
5) The situations in the book that may be considered "questionable."
6) The general public's opinion of the book (include cited references).
“The books are written in a charming and appealing style with an attention to detail which captivates both children and adults. Underneath they could be seen as a justification for colonialism, with the benefits of French civilization being visited on the rustic African elephant kingdom. Some writers, notably Herbert R. Kohl and Vivian Paley have argued that, although superficially delightful, the stories are politically and morally offensive.” http://www.blisstree.com/2008/08/18/sex-relationships/the-15-most-controversial-picture-books-366/#ixzz2H7deuNZb
7) The history of its censorship.
8) The developmental age of the child for whom the book would be appropriate.